A passionate Year 9 music student at Ferndown Upper School has been supported with a JTYAF award designed to nurture her growing talent. Thanks to this award, she will benefit from a full year of singing lessons with an experienced individual voice teacher.

The John Thornton Young Achievers Foundation has supported the Cornerstone Academy with funding for the purchase of three 3-man tents. This will enable the school to offer Duke of Edinburgh’s Award expeditions to a wider group of students, particulary those who may face fanancial barriers.

A 16-year-old Air Cadet from 149 (Poole) Squadron is set to travel to Costa Rica in 2026, thanks to the support of the JTYAF.

Our young award winner recently received a JTYAF bursary to support her ongoing training and development in the sport of dog agility.

Our funding enabled Cattistock Cricket Club to purchase a mobile net and an artificial wicket for the junior section, significantly improving their training and coaching facilities.

So far this year we have provided funding to eleven participants helping with expedition fees and equipment enabling them to complete their expeditions for either their Bronze, Silver or Gold Awards.

The JTYAF is delighted to support access for young children and families who might not otherwise have the opportunity to benefit from the unique experiences that Hayley’s Child in the Wild Forest School offers.

A 14-year-old Air Cadet from Lyneham Squadron will be attending a Remembrance Camp this November, supported by the JTYAF.

A 14-year-old student from Ferndown Upper School has been selected as one of only 32 athletes to represent Dorset at the National Schools’ Championships in Birmingham.

The JTYAF is honoured to support this talented trampolinist to attend an international competition, the Scalabis Cup in Portugal.

The JTYAF was absolutely delighted to support a talented young musician by contributing towards a new clarinet.

The JTYAF was delighted to support a trip to The Ancient Technology Centre in Cranborne. Despite facing challenging weather conditions, with persistent rain, the visit proved to be a valuable learning experience for the students.

The JTYAF has supported Gorsemoor Scouts by contributing towards the cost of twelve Royal Yachting Association courses that have been booked with Poole Sea Scouts, which include the Powerboat Level 1 certification and a two-day Youth Dinghy Sailing course.

The JTYAF is delighted to support a talented 17 year old cyclist with funding towards the cost of a new track bike ready for the European and World Track Championships.

The Bournemouth Youth Handbell Team is embarking on a Concert Tour to the beautiful city of Barcelona, where they will delight audiences at three distinguished venues, including the magnificent Basilica de la Sagrada Familia.

In 2019, a talented young musician, received an award from the JTYAF to support her development in music. We are thrilled to share an update on her progress.

The Year 9 students at Ferndown Upper School have an exciting opportunity to participate in a Summer Residential trip to Buddens Farm Activity Centre and the JTYAF is delighted to support 14 students to take part.

A dedicated 13-year-old student from Ferndown Upper School has qualified for the prestigious Irish Dancing Ceili World Championships, set to be held in Dublin next month. The JTYAF is proud to step in and support her by providing the necessary funds for her costumes.